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CMS

Tax

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The tax team of CMS is renowned for advising on M&A transactions (both corporate & real estate), (international) tax structuring, tax litigation and specific VAT related financial products. Key players in the industry regard the team as the go to party when it comes to advising on tax aspects in W&I policies as well as specific tax risk policies.

The Dutch tax team adopts an industry sector approach and as such is active in the Financial Services, Real Estate & Construction, Consumer Products, Transportation and Professional & Business Services industry. In addition to its standalone tax practice, its closely collaborates with other legal departments of CMS, resulting in a generally recognized advanced expertise on real estate, M&A transactions, funds industry and the insurance market. 

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We especially stand out in the following areas:

  • International footprint: we are the only Dutch law firm with a true Pan-European coverage (full service coverage in over 30 countries). This enables us to act as a one-stop-shop for our clients.
  • An experienced team with specific expertise: the team includes specialists in the field of M&A transactions, funds, real estate and the insurance industry.

Chambers Review

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Tax - Netherlands

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

CMS offers particular strength assisting clients with tax matters in connection with acquisitions in the real estate sector, notably in relation to logistics and residential assets, as well as transactions in the life sciences, food and drink and energy sectors. The law firm's expertise includes questions concerning VAT, tax indemnity as part of insurance coverage and group restructurings.

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 5Anton Louwinger
    Band 5Anton Louwinger

    Anton Louwinger

    Anton Louwinger assists clients with the tax aspects of corporate and capital markets mandates. He further advises on tax risk insurance policies.

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